Submitted By: Rusella Bowes-Johnson
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Presentation By: Sean Lanier
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Department: Water & Sewer
STAFF RECOMMENDATION (Motion Ready):
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Approve a two-year agreement with Art Walker Construction, Inc. for lime sludge hauling services at Water Treatment Plant No. 1 with an aggregate expenditure not to exceed $146,700.
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OCALA’S RELEVANT STRATEGIC GOALS:
Operational Excellence
PROOF OF PUBLICATION:
Bid released to public: 11/29/2023
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BACKGROUND:
The Water Resources Department is requesting approval of Contract No. WRS/240102 utilizing Art Walker Construction, Inc. to provide lime sludge hauling services at Water Treatment Plant No. 1 (WTP #1). Excess lime sludge is the product of the conventional lime softening process used at WTP #1 and approximately 9,000 cubic yards is generated annually. This product accumulates at WTP #1 and requires disposal. It is typically applied to agricultural pastures to adjust pH levels.
FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS:
On November 29, 2023, the City of Ocala issued Invitation to Bid (“ITB”) No. WRS/240102. Two firms responded. Art Walker Construction, Inc. was the low bidder. The price of lime sludge removal is $ 8.15 per cubic yard. The total bid amount for one year is $73,350.
Staff recommends approval of contract # WRS/240102 with Art Walker Construction, Inc. for a two-year term with the option for two consecutive two-year renewals.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The Water Resources Department has budgeted sufficient funds in the FY24 budget for lime sludge removal under account string 455-030-301-533-53-34010. Funds will be budgeted for FY25.
PROCUREMENT REVIEW:
These services were procured in compliance with the City’s Procurement Policy.
LEGAL REVIEW:
This Agreement has been reviewed and approved for form and legality by City Attorney, William E. Sexton.
ALTERNATIVE:
• Approve with Changes
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• Deny